Guide on Deciding Betweeen the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie.

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Boxerdoodle Versus Chorkie: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Boxerdoodle and for the Chorkie. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Boxerdoodle or the Chorkie.

Boxerdoodle versus Chorkie: Overview

A very important difference between the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Boxerdoodle is a medium-sized dog while the Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are Mixed Breed Dogs. This means both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are not purebred dogs.

Boxerdoodle versus Chorkie: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Boxerdoodle to the Chorkie based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie

Factor Boxerdoodle Chorkie
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 12 to 15 years
Height 10 to 25 inches 6 to 9 inches
Weight 12 to 70 pounds 8 to 15 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $550 – $1200
Average Price No Data $1010
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Boxerdoodle in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Chorkie. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

The Better-Pet score for the Boxerdoodle is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Chorkie is 79 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chorkie is a better pet than the Boxerdoodle. So, you should get the Chorkie!

Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie

Below is a list of where the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are most different:

  • Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Chorkies adapt well to apartment living.

The Similarities Between the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie

The Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are most similar:

  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are very easy to train.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie are very playful.

Size Comparison of Boxerdoodle versus Chorkie

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie.

Boxerdoodles weigh 12 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Boxerdoodles are 10 to 25 inches when fully grown.

On the other hand, Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.

Lifespan of Boxerdoodle versus Chorkie

The lifespan of Boxerdoodles is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Boxerdoodles is 11.0 years.

The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.

Chorkies live longer than Boxerdoodles.

Tolerates Being Alone: Boxerdoodle versus Chorkie

Boxerdoodles do not like to be left alone.

Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

Do Boxerdoodles shed more than Chorkies?

Boxerdoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

Which one drools more, the Boxerdoodle or the Chorkie

Boxerdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Boxerdoodle or the Chorkie?

Boxerdoodles are moderately easy to groom.

Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

Does the Boxerdoodle Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Chorkie?

Boxerdoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

Chorkies have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

Do Boxerdoodles Bark and Howl? What about Chorkies?

Boxerdoodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather?

Boxerdoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

Wanderlust Potential: Boxerdoodle vs. Chorkie

Boxerdoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

Can Boxerdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather?

Boxerdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Boxerdoodle or the Chorkie?

Boxerdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

Are Boxerdoodles good family dogs? What about Chorkies?

Boxerdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

How Kid-friendly are Boxerdoodles and Chorkies?

Boxerdoodles get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

Is the Boxerdoodle Easier to Train than the Chorkie?

Boxerdoodles are very easy to train.

Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

Is the Boxerdoodle Better for Apartment Owners than the Chorkie?

Boxerdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Boxerdoodle or the Chorkie?

Boxerdoodles are OK for new dog owners.

Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

Conclusion: Boxerdoodle versus Chorkie. Which One is a Better Pet?

In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Boxerdoodle and the Chorkie better suits you and your family.